CENTRES

The following centres of DVK aim at promoting research and specialization in various academic fields. They also conduct Certificate and Diploma Courses.  
1.ATMODAYA: CENTRE FOR PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT
This centre undertakes studies on current issues and insights in the field of psycho-spiritual development. Courses and researches are conducted on the contributions made by Indian traditions to this study, in particular, the psycho-physical aspects of yoga, and the paranormal phenomena which prevail on the subcontinent.
 

Director: Dr. Mathew Maniampra, CMI

2. CENTRE FOR BIBLICAL AND THEOLOGICAL STUDIES (CBTS)
This centre is committed to foster research in Sacred Scripture. Special courses and projects on Biblical and Theological studies are conducted at this centre. The following courses are offered: (i) Week-end diploma course in Bible and theology for laity and religious and (ii) Residential Summer Course in Bible for the laity and religious.

Chief Editor: Dr. Shaji Kochuthara, CMI

3.CENTRE FOR DALIT SOLIDARITY (CDS)
The mainstream culture of Indian society supported by the great Sanskrit tradition appears to move with a mono-cultural and mono-religious nationalism. Centre for Dalit Solidarity, established on 14th July 1997, aims at preserving and promoting the cultural, social, and religious diversities of the tribals, aboriginals, dalits, and other ethnic and religious minorities preserved in what is known as little traditions, to nurture the pluralistic spirit of Indian civilization.

Director: Dr. Sebastian Alackapally, CMI  

4.CENTRE FOR EASTERN AND INDIAN CHRISTIAN STUDIES
The purpose of this centre is the promotion of the study and research of the rich religious heritage of Eastern and Indian theological traditions. The centre offers lectures and courses to serve this purpose.

Director: Dr. Geo Pallikunnel, CMI

5. CENTRE FOR THE STUDY OF WORLD RELIGIONS (CSWR)
In order to foster inter-religious dialogue in the context of India's religious pluralism, Dharmaram instituted in 1971 a Centre for the Study of World Religions. This centre offers special lectures, seminars, courses, prayer meetings (Fellowship in Religious Experience: FIRE), etc., with a view to promote better understanding among various traditions. Researches into the diverse problems of the pluralistic religious situation in India are also undertaken. The Centre publishes the Journal of Dharma (Dharmaram Journal of Religions and Philosophies).

Director: Dr. Jose Nandhikkara, CMI
Associate Director: Dr. Saju Chackalackal, CMI
Email: cswrdirector@dvk.in

6.CENTRE FOR WOMEN STUDIES (CWS)
This centre, attached to the Faculty of Theology, is established in order to promote the dignity and rights of women, and to empower them both in the society and in the Church, by means of research, seminars, courses, and publication of relevant literature.

Director: Dr. Shaji George Kochuthara, CMI

7.DHARMARAM ACADEMY OF DISTANCE EDUCATION (DADE)
DVK has launched DADE, coinciding with the Golden Jubilee of Dharmaram, with the following objectives: to make theological, philosophical, and religious studies easily accessible to the general public; to disseminate knowledge to a greater number of seekers in a non-seminary context; to impart theological, philosophical and religious studies with a harmonious synthesis of the Indian, Eastern, and Western genius; to promote mature Christian leadership among the laity through intellectual and faith formation; and to help people of other faiths to know Christianity and its basic worldview. DADE offers PG Diploma courses in the following disciplines: (1) Philosophy, (2) Theology, (3) Biblical Studies, (4) Spiritual Theology, (5) Counseling Psychology, (6) Legal Studies (7) Thomas Christian Studies, (8) Study of Religions, (9) Eastern and Indian Christian Spirituality, and (10) Formative Spirituality.

Director: Dr. George Edayadiyil, CMI
Email: director@dade.in; dade@dvk.in;
Tel: 080-41116227

8.JNANODAYA
This centre, meant exclusively for junior sisters, is for the purpose of giving a one year diploma course in Religious Sciences. The centre runs its regular classes in collaboration with the CMC sisters at their Study House, Jnanodaya, on the DVK Campus.

Directress: Sr. Lissia, CMC
Phone: 080-4111 6999, 41116995